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Because the hemoglobin in your cat’s body gets recycled and the liver stores extra iron as backup, red blood cell counts usually remain fairly stable—assuming there aren’t any underlying health issues involved.
This is partly due to inflation, but it’s also because veterinarians can now provide a similar level of care for pets that humans receive thanks to advances in technology, research, and medications.
According to the ISFM Consensus Guidelines on the Practical Management of Diabetes Mellitus in Cats, low-carbohydrate, high-protein diets are associated with better glucose control and a higher chance of remission.
Cats’ natural strength, agility, and flexibility translate into abilities that shouldn’t seem possible for a 10-pound animal that prefers its store-bought food to be personally delivered on a porcelain plate.
The breed is prone to a number of known genetic health conditions, including polycystic kidney disease (PKD), hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), and progressive retinal atrophy (PRA).
In addition to dirtying the rest of the litter, this can also lead to the spread of Toxoplasma gondii parasites or potentially harmful bacteria.
Lizzie has worked in companion animal practice for over ten years, in a variety of roles from small rural branch surgeries to large hospital environments.
Lizzie has worked in companion animal practice for over ten years, in a variety of roles from small rural branch surgeries to large hospital environments.
Tortie and calico cats, who are predominantly female, have a reputation for being feisty, and a 2016 study from UC Davies demonstrated an increased incidence of negative behaviors in these colorways.
Guests can enjoy a classic tea time among the company of cats, complete with a cat-shaped scone, a pot of jam, indulgent clotted cream, and a standard hot (or cold) drink.
Because my cats weren’t keen to switch from their usual granular litter, I tested each formula’s odor control with a few drops of essential oils.
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